Death Penalty Case Proceeds as Defense Begins Witnesses
In Chicago a nine day trial reaches the defense phase after the state rests in the Shepherd murder case. Prosecutors allege typhoid germ murder of William McClintock by William Darling Shepherd. Farman testifies he supplied germs and instructions and sought $100,000 to $250,000 while promising immunity.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Shepherd
William McClintock
C. C. Farman
William Nelson Meclistock
William Darling Shepherd
Farman
Charles C. Farman
Robert E Crowe
Crowe
Thomas J. Lynch
Young McClintock
Billy”McClintock
Faiman
William Scott Stewart
Fairman
Tod
Stewart
Illinois
Chinese Strikers Beyond Control At Shanghai
Shanghai reports say strikers are beyond control and many foreigners seek refuge aboard foreign gunboats. Two Japanese gunboats have left Chang for Chung Kiang amid the turmoil.
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Associated Press
Shanghai
Chung Kiang
Chang
Churches Ready to Aid Manufacturers in Industrial Talks
Washington report notes churches will aid manufacturers seeking better industrial relations. Dr Worth M Tippy of the Federal Council of Churches appoints James Myers as field and industrial secretary. Myers, former Columbia athletics manager and Presbyterian minister with seven years in industry, will convene conferences among employers, workers, chambers, labor groups and church leaders to foster study groups and forums in churches. He led industrial relations at Dutchess Bleachery, Wappingers Falls, N Y, for seven years, noted for its progressive plan.
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Washington
Worth M. Tippy
Commission On Social Service
The
Federal Council of Churches
James Myers
Columbia University
Presbyterian
Chambers of Commerce
Myers
Dutchess Bleachery
Wappingers Falls
N. Y
Langley Not Named Pikeville Postmistress Postponed Exam Cancelled
Mrs John W Langley wife of a Kentucky congressman was not selected for Pikeville postmistress as Postmaster Carl Young withdrew his resignation causing the civil service examination for candidates to be cancelled.
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Pikeville
John W. Langley
Kentucky
Carl Young
Civil Service
Death of Robert La Follette Shakes National Politics
The passing of Senator Robert M. La Follette may greatly affect U S political life. He led a strong insurgent group in Congress and a national movement, keeping his forces united on key issues. His successor will face a tough demand to sustain his unusual leadership and influence.
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Washington
Robert M. la Follette
Congress
Wisconsin
LaFollette
House
Senate
Republican Party
Appeal of Mammoth Cave Is Dismissed
The Kentucky court of appeals dismissed the Mammoth Cave owners appeal over estate value asserting ownership disputes. The case contends a circuit judge appointed Republican trustees placing the property in a political asset status. Separately, utilities orders closed Southeastern Express at Williston and denied L&N’s bid to move Buford’s station to caretaker status. Governor Peay and Commissioner Pope reviewed pardon and parole cases at the state prison.
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Frankfort
Court of Appeals Today
Mammoth Cave
Gilliam
Edmonston County
Public Utilities Commission
Southeastern Express Company
Williston
Louisville and Nashville Railroad Company
Buford’s
Peay
Lewis S. Pope
Tax petitions thrown out by Kentucky court of appeals
The Kentucky court of appeals dismissed three taxpayers petitions seeking to invalidate 3.5 million dollars in road warrants. The court ruled the warrants remain valid and that the declaration of rights requested was improper, noting warrant holders and other claimants were not parties and that the decision would end no controversy.
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Associated Press
Frankfort
Court of Appeals
Daugherty
Kiwanis Legion Ball Game Tickets On Sale Now
Tickets for the Kiwanis Legion baseball game on July 4 are on sale by the Legionnaires and Kiwanians at 1 each. Each ticket buys a chance to win a Ford touring car to be given away after the game at League Park. A closely contested contest is expected with an invitational nine on both sides and a large advance ticket sale anticipated. The winning number will be drawn after the game. the holder need not be present.
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Kiwanis Legion
Legionnaires
Kiwaians
League Park
Kiwanians
Kiwanis
Legion
Retail Food Prices Rise Slightly in May Report
Washington reports May food costs rose about half a percent from April, with prices up seven and a half percent for the year ending May 15. The Bureau of Labor Statistics announced the figures today.
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Washington
Bureau of Labor Statistics
French Spanish Block Moroccans Halt Arms to Moroccan Leader
Paris reports a joint French Spanish naval blockade on the Moroccan coast took effect today to stop arms and ammunition reaching Abd El Krin. Governments of both nations agreed on blockade details after a nighttime accord.
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Associated Press
Paris
Abd el Krin
Employee Shocked By Live Wire At Eastman Plant
Isaac Hensley of Tennessee Eastman Corp was severely shocked at noon after contacting a 440 volt live wire. He remained unconscious for about four minutes, suffered burns to his right palm and fingertips, and was saved by plant first aid and artificial respiration before being taken to Riverview Hospital where he rests easily. He tripped over a support wire as workers left for hour, grabbing the wire out of mistaken belief it would fall.
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Isaac Hensley
Tennessee Eastman Corporation
Mr. Hensley
Hensley
Riverview Hospital
Akment
Republicans Granted Rehearing Time for Louisville Case
Frankfort Kentucky June 19 Republicans ousted from Louisville municipal offices by the court of appeals were given until June 30 to file a petition for a rehearing. Democrats receive until July 6 to answer. Voting irregularities in the 1928 election are cited as the basis.
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Associated Press
Frankfort
Louisville
Court of Appeals
Court ‘of Appeals
Judge Upholds Leasing Teapot Dome to Sinclair and Mammoth Oil
Washington reports a Federal Council of Churches study finds slowly growing public opinion against lynching in 1924. Sixteen lynchings were recorded, the lowest since records began, with authorities and officials often protecting prisoners to ensure legal trials, and churchwomen credited for improved conditions.
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Associated Press
Washington
Commission On Race Relations
Federal Council of Churches
George E. Haynes
Commission
South
Kingsport Municipal Band Opens Open Air Concerts
Kingsport residents enjoyed a rare treat as the Kingsport Municipal Band gave the first in a series of weekly open air concerts at the Community Y. Despite absences, the band delivered flawless performances to a large crowd, with music wafting across Shelby and Center streets. The band will perform every Thursday night in public concerts.
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Kingsport
Shelby
Center
Kingsport Municipal Band
Markets by The Associated Press Louisville June 19 cattle hogs
Cattle one hundred steady two fifty to nine fifty. Hogs, six hundred ten higher seven to thirteen. Sheep, four thousand steady. Lambs fifteen quarter to half. Choice ewes wethers fifteen seventy-five to sixteen.
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The
Associated Press
Louisville
Judge Kennedy Upholds Teapot Dome Leasing In Annulment Suit
Federal Judge Blake Kennedy ruled that leasing Teapot Dome to Harry F. Sinclair and Mammoth Oil was upheld and fraud allegations were not sustained. Evidence failed to prove Sinclair guilty of fraud as bonds of Continental Trading were found with a relative of Albert Fall. The judge stated the Secretary of the Interior acted within his rights to authorize development of the oil reserves.
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Associated Press
Cheyenne
Wyoming
Teapot Dome
Harry F. Sinclair
Mammoth Oil Company
Blake Kennedy
Sinclair
Continental Trading Company
Albert Fall
Secretary of the Navy
Kiwanis International Convention Trip Reaches St Paul
Five thousand Kiwanians crowding trains and ships head to St Paul for the Kiwanis International ninth annual convention opening Monday. Canadians join delegates from across the United States as Victor M. Johnson and Fred C. W. Parker prepare St Paul for four days of events and celebrations.
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St. Paul
Minn
Saint Paul
Great Lakes
Kiwanis International
United States
Herald
Canada
Denver
Victor M. Johnson
Rockford
Kiwanis
International
Fred C. W. Parker
Chicago
Tennessee governor quiet on evolution debate as trial nears
The report notes Governor Austin Peay remains silent on the worldwide evolution controversy. observers expect a statement from him as the trial related to Tennessee’s anti evolution bill approaches, with Dayton and other regions awaiting Tennessee’s position.
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Austin Peay
Tennessee
Dayton, Tenn
Peay
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Coolidge Yacht’s
Rockmere Point
Marblehead
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White House
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Eastman
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